Karli - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Karli is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karli is 423841. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karli
As per Census 2011, Karli village has a total population of 1,640 people, consisting of 821 males and 819 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 358 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,640 | 821 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 124 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 179 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 486 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 335 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Karli
Karli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Charbhati | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Chilguda | West | 1.97 km |
| Jharband | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Mundaraguda | South | 2.26 km |
| Kutengan | West | 2.61 km |
| Chilakpur | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Karlakot | North | 3.05 km |
| Purunasar | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Bhaluguda | East | 3.32 km |
| Antarla | West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karli
Karli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Karli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Karli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karli
Where is Karli located?
Karli village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karli?
The Gram Panchayat of Karli is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Karli?
The pincode of Karli is 766014.
What is the population of Karli?
Karli has a total population of 1,640, including 821 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Karli?
There are 406 households in Karli.
What is the literacy rate in Karli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karli is 47.38%. Male literacy is 59.20% and female literacy is 35.53%.